Exhaust System Components, Removing and Installing

Exhaust System Components, Removing And Installing

WARNING:
Observe the following for all installations, especially in engine compartment due to lack of room:
- Route lines of all types (e.g. for fuel, hydraulic, EVAP canister system, coolant and refrigerant, brake fluid, vacuum) and electrical wiring so that the original path is followed.
- Watch for sufficient clearance to all moving or hot components.

NOTE:
- After exhaust system repairs, make sure exhaust system has sufficient clearance from the bodywork. If necessary, loosen flanges on catalytic converter and align muffler and exhaust pipes again.
- Do not use any silicone sealant. Traces of silicone components which are sucked into the engine are not burned there, and they damage the oxygen sensors.
- Always replace self-locking nuts.
- Engine Control Module (ECM) is equipped with On Board Diagnostic (OBD).
- Components marked with * are tested via On Board Diagnostic (OBD), Diagnostic mode 3: Check DTC memory.
- Check catalytic converter.

Recommended special tools and equipment







- 3337 ring spanner 7-piece set







V.A.G 1331 torque wrench (5 to 50 Nm)

Not illustrated:
- V.A.G 1332 torque wrench (40 to 200 Nm)